Description
Indulge in this easy King’s Hawaiian Cheesecake Danish recipe—soft Hawaiian rolls filled with creamy cheesecake, baked golden, and topped with a sweet finish. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 package King’s Hawaiian Sweet Rolls
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting or glaze)
- Optional: fresh fruit, pie filling, or chocolate drizzle
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking dish. Slice rolls in half horizontally.
- Make filling: Beat cream cheese, sugar, vanilla, and egg until smooth.
- Assemble: Place bottom half of rolls in dish. Spread cheesecake mixture evenly. Top with remaining rolls.
- Bake: Bake 25–30 minutes, until golden brown and filling is set.
- Finish: Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream cheese for the creamiest filling.
- Add fruit toppings (blueberry, cherry, or strawberry) before baking for a fruit Danish twist.
- For a sweeter finish, whisk powdered sugar with a splash of milk for a quick glaze.
- Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat in the oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes